In Executive Order 100, signed by Governor Phil Murphy, New Jersey reinforces its commitment to combating climate change, which emphasizes the urgency of addressing global warming caused by human emissions. The order highlights the state’s vulnerability to the impacts of climate change—rising sea levels, extreme weather, and flooding—which threaten both public safety and the economy.

Key elements of Executive Order 100 include:

1. Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions: New Jersey has set a target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2050 under the Global Warming Response Act. This is part of a larger goal to position the state as a leader in climate resilience.
2. Rejoining the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI): The order directs New Jersey to rejoin the RGGI, a market-based program that reduces greenhouse gas emissions from the power sector by capping emissions and encouraging the use of cleaner energy sources.
3. Offshore Wind Energy Development: The state is advancing its commitment to offshore wind as a major source of clean, renewable energy. This supports New Jersey’s goal of creating a cleaner, more resilient energy grid while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
4. Climate Change Integration into State Planning: The order directs the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to adopt regulations for monitoring emissions and integrating climate change considerations into state planning across all sectors, ensuring a coordinated approach to mitigating climate risks.

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